Punchlines: The best of 2013

From the antics of the crack-smoking mayor of Toronto Rob Ford to the government shutdown, the late-night comics tackled it all this year. Here's our look back at the year's news through the eyes of the late-night comedians and the cast of Saturday Night Live.

Watch our favorite jokes of the year, then vote for your favorite in the quick poll to the right. And if your comedian isn't mentioned (or your favorite joke) tell us what it was in the comments section on this story page. Watching from your smartphone or tablet? Then visit opinion.usatoday.com to vote, or to leave us a message with your opinion about the best of 2013.

But more than that, have a safe and happy new year! Punchlines will be back in 2014!

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From the government shutdown to crack-smoking mayor of Toronto Rob Ford, the late-night comics (and Saturday Night Live) covered it all. Take a look at our favorite jokes from 2013, then vote for yours at opinion.usatoday.com.